2007 BMW 118 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 118 | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |