1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 75 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 220 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
