2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
