2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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. 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 324 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | X3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
