1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 759 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 220 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |