2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 842 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Holden | Bentley |
| Model | Statesman | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
