1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 236 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
