2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley State Limousine would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | State Limousine | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
