1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | 220 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
