1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |