1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe 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 215 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe.
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, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Coupe | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
