2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 5 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (453 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Bentley | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Continental GT | Phantom |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |