1992 BMW 316 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 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 46 kg more than 1992 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 316 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
