2008 Honda Accord vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accord | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
