1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 52 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 377 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 220 | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |