2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
