2005 BMW 730 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
