1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | G |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |
