1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (750 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Bentley Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | SL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
