1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | W 110 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |