1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E 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 | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 220 | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
