1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, both 1955 Bristol 403 and 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 403 (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 Bristol 403.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 403 | 220 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |