1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 19 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 220 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |