1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
| Model | 220 | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
