2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 363 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 258 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |