1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1987 Dodge 600 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Dodge 600.
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 Dodge 600, 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 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
