2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 45 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 8 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-MX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
