1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 220 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 135 L |