1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
