1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | W 110 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |