2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. Both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GTC | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 136 L |