1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2004 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2004 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 53 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ascari KZ1 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, 2004 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2004 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | 220 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |
