1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hunaudieres | 420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
