2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 983 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
