2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |