2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 43 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
