2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 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. Both 2003 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Bentley Continental GTC are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 552 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Bentley Continental GT.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| 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 | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
