2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Continental. (422 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 422 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
