1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 22 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
