1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 59 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 128 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 220 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |