2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.

Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GT 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
Make Bentley Ferrari
Model Continental GT 599 GTB Fiorano
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 5999 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 612 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 608 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 318 km/hour 331 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 21.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 105 L


 

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