Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Porsche Macan S
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Porsche Macan S is a compact performance suv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Porsche Macan S | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | 375-380PS |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | 5-door SUV |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| 0-62mph | - | 4.8 seconds (4.6 with Sport Chrono) |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Porsche Macan S. 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 Macan S if...
Porsche's compact performance SUV in mid-range S guise, offering sports car handling with everyday SUV space. It is a common prestige hire choice for buyers who want a Porsche badge with practicality.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Porsche Macan S?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Porsche Macan S is a compact performance SUV.
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