2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GTC | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.5 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |