2000 Ford Puma vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 44 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 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma 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 25 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Puma | 220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |