1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 939 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 21.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 65 L |