1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 58 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | 220 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
