1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 17 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |