2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 52 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 489 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cobalt | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
