1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | 220 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
