2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | X Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |