2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari 612. (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari 612. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
Model | 612 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |