1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | W 110 | 320 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |