2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 349 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Continental GT | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |