1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 220 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
