1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 57 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT 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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT 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 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 220 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
