1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 220 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2914 mm |
