1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Continental | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |