2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1447 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1895 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
