1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | W 110 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |