1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 240 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (835 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 621 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 999 Nm |
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 | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |