1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | 220 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |