2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GTC | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |