1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri is newer by 17 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri weights approximately 115 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Karmann Asso di Quadri | 220 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
