2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 888 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
