2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GTC | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
