1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 131 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
