1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 2,195 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 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
