1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 220 | 356 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 855 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 | 85 L | 52 L |