2002 Lexus GS vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2002 Lexus GS is newer by 37 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GS weights approximately 275 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, 2002 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GS | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
