1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | 230 | Continental |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |