1979 Bentley T vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, both 1979 Bentley T and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bentley T is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bentley T weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bentley T | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
