2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 390 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
