2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Bentley Continental. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | S | Continental |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
