2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550. 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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 (750 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (597 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 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:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
Model | 550 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |