2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (518 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
