2007 BMW 330 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 56 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), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
