1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
