1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 46 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
Model | 220 | 6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |