1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI 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 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Westfield |
| Model | 220 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
