1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 220 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |