1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | 600 | Continental |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2746 mm |