1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1880 kg |
