2007 BMW M3 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 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 | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |