1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3C | 220 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
