1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 220 | SL |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |