2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 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 235 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 855 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996. 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 2003 Porsche 996. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental GT | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
