1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1962 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Austin A 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 90 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
