Head to head
Bentley S3 vs Porsche Cayenne
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Porsche Cayenne is a performance suv.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Porsche Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 3.0 litre petrol 353bhp, up to 4.0 litre GTS 500bhp |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | - |
| Top speed | 115mph | - |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | - |
| Seats | - | 4-5 |
| 0-60mph | - | 4.4-5.7 seconds depending on engine |
| Boot space | - | 592-772 litres (seats up), 1,502-1,710 litres (seats down) |
Sources: Bentley S3, Porsche Cayenne. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S3 if...
The last of Bentley's separate-chassis S-series saloons, and the first Bentley with a V8 engine. Wedding and chauffeur hire firms use it for its formal, old-money look rather than performance.
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Buy or hire the Cayenne if...
A performance SUV hired by drivers wanting sports car pace and handling combined with practical space and ride height, rather than a low-slung sports car.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Porsche Cayenne?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Porsche Cayenne is a performance SUV.
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