2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 322 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 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 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
