1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
