1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 41 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 688 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 298 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 220 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |