1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 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 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | W 110 | 118 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |