1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1959 Ford Zephyr is newer by 3 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zephyr | 220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |