1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | 220 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |