1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 59 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 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 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 220 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 115 L |
