1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 43 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samara II | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
