2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | R | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |