1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
