2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brooklands | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
