1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 61 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | 220 | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |