2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 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 337 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
