Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 is a two-door convertible.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 2.0-litre 4-cylinder, electrically assisted turbo, mild hybrid |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | approx. 389PS combined |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| Torque | - | 480Nm |
| Seats | - | 2+2 |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43. 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.
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- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the AMG SL 43 if...
An entry point into the current SL convertible range, using a smaller turbo four-cylinder rather than the V8 of higher SL grades. It is hired for open-top touring and events where a full-size sports car is not needed.
Full AMG SL 43 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL 43 is a two-door convertible.
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