2008 BMW 135 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 46 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | W 110 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |