1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 182 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.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 220 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
