1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 228 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
