Head to head
Bentley S3 vs Porsche Macan
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965. The Porsche Macan is a compact five-door suv coupe.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley S3 | Porsche Macan | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6,230cc V8, pushrod overhead valves | 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder (base petrol) |
| Power | 215hp at 4,000rpm | 261hp at 5,000rpm |
| Top speed | 115mph | 144mph |
| Years produced | 1962-1965 | - |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon, 2-door coupe, 2-door drophead coupe | - |
| 0-60mph | - | 6.0 seconds |
| Cargo volume | - | 53.1 cu ft (rear seats folded) |
Sources: Bentley S3, Porsche Macan. 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 Macan if...
Porsche's compact SUV, built to feel like a sports car to drive rather than a family workhorse. Its turbocharged engine and sub-6-second 0-60 time put it ahead of most rivals in this size class, which suits hirers after a Porsche badge and driving feel in a car that still seats a family.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley S3 and the Porsche Macan?
The Bentley S3 is a v8 luxury saloon built between 1962 and 1965; the Porsche Macan is a compact five-door SUV coupe.
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