2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | B |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |