2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 49 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 127 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
