2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 550. (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 550. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental GT | 550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |
