2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 842 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
