1949 BMW 340 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 340 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
