1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 53 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2009 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 220 | 535 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |