2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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 327 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2004 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |