2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
