1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brooklands | CLK |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |