1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 42 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pickster | 220 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
