1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 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 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 77 L |