1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 900 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | 230 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2746 mm |
