2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2013 Bentley Continental. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Bentley Continental. (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Bentley Continental. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2005 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2013 Bentley Continental
Make Lotec Bentley
Model C 1000 Continental
Year Released 2005 2013
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Horse Power 843 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline FlexFuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2440 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2118 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1475 mm


 

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