1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z8 | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |