1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera 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 150 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pantera | 220 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |