1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 220 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2895 mm |
