1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 38 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 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 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 220 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
