1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 467 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 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | W 110 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
