1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Bentley Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
