1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 58 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, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 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 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 220 | 118 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |