2009 Audi TT vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 44 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 355 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TT | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 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 | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
