1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 1 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 220 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tickford | 220 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |