2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 1270 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda 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.
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2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Bentley | Pagani |
Model | Continental GT | Zonda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2785 mm |