2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | 220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 21 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |