2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
