1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
