2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
