1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
