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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (525 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 | 6000 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
