2004 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 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 45 kg more than 2004 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
