2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
