1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | W 110 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |