1998 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 33 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. Both 1998 BMW 316 and 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 are equipped with a 1,895 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 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 135 kg more than 1998 BMW 316.
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, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |