2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 170 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | CL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 621 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 999 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |