2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3217 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
