1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | 220 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |