2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 55 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Five Hundred | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
