1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 496 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
