1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | SC | Continental |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3065 mm |