1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 490 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | W 110 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |