2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 BMW 635
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 635. (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 BMW 635 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 635 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
