1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 17 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 380 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |