2009 BMW M6 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | W 110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |