1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 875 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Turbo | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 69 L |