2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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 202 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 804 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Continental GT | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |