1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Opel Rekord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
