2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 BMW 635
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 270 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 635. (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 BMW 635 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 635 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
