1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 30 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 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 50 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z1 | 220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |