1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 220 | 250 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |