1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 56 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 220 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
