1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. Both 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 are equipped with a 2,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 220 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
