1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Turbo | R |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3216 mm |