1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | 220 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |