2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. Both 2004 Ferrari Maranello and 2012 Bentley Continental GTC are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | Maranello | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 91 L |
