1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brooklands | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
