2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
