2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 589 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | SL | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
