2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | State Limousine | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |
