2002 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 413 kg more than 2002 BMW 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 760. (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 760 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |