1975 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 BMW 316.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |