1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 46 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Copperhead | 220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
