1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP) has 418 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | 230 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
