2001 Acura NSX vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX 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 175 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
