UK vs UK — 1929 vs 1930
| Speed Six Le Mans Tourer | 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 430 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,597 cc | 7,983 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 12.0 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 104 mph | 105 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.5 sec | — |
| Weight | 4,145 lbs | 5,291 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 3,302 mm | 3,810 mm |
| Length | 4,700 mm | 5,300 mm |
| Units Produced | 545 | 100 |
| Original MSRP | — | $12,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $8,000,000 | $5,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 10/10 |
The 1930 Bentley 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, higher top speed, greater rarity. The 1929 Bentley Speed Six Le Mans Tourer counters with lighter weight, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
The 1929 Bentley Speed Six Le Mans Tourer and 1930 Bentley 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece share a manufacturer in Bentley, but that's where the similarities get interesting. These two models reveal the versatility and ambition of the Bentley brand. The 1930 Bentley 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece holds a clear advantage in raw power with 220 hp compared to 180 hp, a 40-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. The 1930 Bentley 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece claims a higher top speed at 105 mph compared to 104 mph. The Bentley Speed Six carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1146 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 100 units built, the 1930 Bentley 8 Litre WO Bentley Masterpiece is considerably scarcer than the Bentley Speed Six's 545 examples.