1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Turbo | CLS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
