1964 BMW 700 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1964 BMW 700 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
