1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
