2007 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | X3 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 91 L |