1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | W 110 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
