2009 BMW 135 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 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 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 135 | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |