1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 220 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |