1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 11 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Comodoro | 220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
