2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 782 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | E | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
