1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 16 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
