1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo 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 234 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Turbo | C |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 69 L |