1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1956 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 and 1956 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1956 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 220 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |