1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Turbo | SLK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |