1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Buick Riviera | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | 220 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |