2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GTC and 2006 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GTC | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |