2010 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |