2006 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
