1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | 220 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |