1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 12 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
