2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
