1988 Honda Legend vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 220 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |