1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 39 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 680 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brooklands | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
