2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 795 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | SL | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
