2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (380 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GT | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |