1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | E | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
