2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 45 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 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Beaulieu | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
