1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 32 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 165 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 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 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | 965 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |