2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 340 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
