2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |