1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1971 TVR 2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 TVR 2500 (107 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 TVR 2500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 220 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |