2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 58 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |