2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 454 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |