2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
