2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 958 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |