2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2004 Buick Terraza 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 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
