1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre is newer by 48 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
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. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
