2009 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Focus | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |