1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental GT. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | Vantage | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |