1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 47 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 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 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
Model | 220 | S7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2692 mm |