2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 3 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 224 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 BMW 745. 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 2009 BMW 745. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 745 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
