1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
