1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 128 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
