1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brooklands | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2955 mm |
