2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
