1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1968 Steyr 700C is newer by 17 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | 220 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1950 mm |
