2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen W12 (414 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental. (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1999 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1050 mm |
