2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
