1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 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 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 252 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 572 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |
