1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 62 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2013 Aston Martin Virage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | 220 | Virage |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2061 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |