2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, both 2003 Bentley Continental GT and 2003 Ferrari 360 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental GT | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
