1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 231 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
