2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 6 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 192 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GT | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
