2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 20 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |