1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 734 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental | CLK |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |