1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 14 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. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 220 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
