1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 15 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 279 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | El Camino | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
