2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
