1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 259 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 220 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
