1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Bentley Turbo.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | GL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 100 L |
