1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
