1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 20 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model W 110 SLK
Year Released 1965 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 21.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 70 L