1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 13 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 558 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Torino | 220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |