1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
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, 1995 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Z3 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z3 | 220 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |