2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (474 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (630 Nm @ 5000 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 CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
