2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 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 291 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 2008 BMW Z4. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
