1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 96 L |
