1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 144 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.
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 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MK II | 220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |