2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra 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 404 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Continental GT | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
