2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 372 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
