1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1954 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Record |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
