1988 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 220 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |