1954 Ford Popular vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Popular | 220 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |