1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1958 Ford Anglia is newer by 2 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Anglia | 220 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |