1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 46 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster 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 375 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster 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 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 220 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |