1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Bentley Continental. (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 62 L |
