1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
