2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.

Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Bentley Continental 2008 Bentley Continental GT
Make Bentley Bentley
Model Continental Continental GT
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6746 cc 6000 cc
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 421 HP 641 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 780 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 329 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 2388 kg
Vehicle Length 5360 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption 13.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 28.1 L/100km 23.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 90 L


 

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