1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | XKR | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2746 mm |
