2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 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 198 more horse power than 2010 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 780 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Bentley | Alpina |
Model | Continental GT | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |