2007 BMW M5 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2007 BMW M5 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. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M5 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 21 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |