2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | S | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
