2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 593 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |