1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 55 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), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2006 BMW 525 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. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
