1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 17 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy 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 210 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Indy | 220 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
