1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
Model | 220 | tC |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |