2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Continental. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
