2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 322 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |