1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 19 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
