1975 Ford Torino vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torino | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
