1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | 220 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
