1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 220 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
