2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 742 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 618 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
