1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster 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 424 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster 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 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 220 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
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 | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |