1959 Bentley S2 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, both 1959 Bentley S2 and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Bentley S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bentley S2 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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. 1959 Bentley S2 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Bentley S2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bentley S2 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
