1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 670 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | 300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |