1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 21 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, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 161 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
