1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 42 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | 220 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
