1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1958 Porsche 356 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | 356 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |