2007 BMW M vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | M | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |