2006 BMW 530 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 530 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
