2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 737 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 27.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
