2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
