1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 220 | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |