1989 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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 28 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
