1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 40 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 330 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 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 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | W 110 | 645 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |