2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 41 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RS4 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
