2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 52 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1951 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | 220 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |