1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 220 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |