2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 359 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | S |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 241 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |