1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 220 | 530 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |