1987 Mazda 323 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Mazda 323 is newer by 31 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1987 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 323 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | 220 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |