1986 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 30 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | 220 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |