1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 46 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 315 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | W 110 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 73 L |
