1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1964 Renault 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 220 | 8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |