2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | CL | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
