2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
Model | SL | Continental |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |