1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 52 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 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 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | 220 | M14 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
