1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 200 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 220 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
