2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 2003 Bentley Continental GT and 2003 GAZ 3111 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 404 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 885 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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 GAZ 3111. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3111 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 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Bentley | GAZ |
| Model | Continental GT | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
