2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 BMW X5
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 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 156 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
