1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 34 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 220 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
