1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus 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 195 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 220 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
