Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Land Rover Defender 110 D300
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Land Rover Defender 110 D300 is a diesel off-road 4x4 suv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Land Rover Defender 110 D300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | D300 diesel |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | 110 (long wheelbase, up to 5/6 seats) |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | - |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Land Rover Defender 110 D300. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
Listed by
- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Defender 110 D300 if...
A long-wheelbase Defender used by prestige hire fleets for its blend of real off-road capability and a tough, utilitarian image. Corporate and lifestyle hirers choose it over a Range Rover when a rugged look matters more than outright luxury.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Land Rover Defender 110 D300?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Land Rover Defender 110 D300 is a diesel off-road 4x4 SUV.
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