1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 57 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 220 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2912 mm |
