1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 357 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 685 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | 300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
