1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 769 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. (405 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Turbo | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |