2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Caterham |
| Model | Continental GT | 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
