2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. 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 252 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
