1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Javelin | 220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
