2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 256 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
