2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | S | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
