2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scorpio | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2609 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.2 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
