2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 5 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, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 848 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Bentley | SSC |
| Model | Continental | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
