2007 BMW 130 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 130 | W 110 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |