2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 351 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |