1970 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 5 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M530 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
