2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2007 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 990 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GTC | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |