1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 236 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |