1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 39 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude 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 150 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1957 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 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Prelude | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |