1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | SL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
