1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 300S | VX220 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |