2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Bentley | Venturi |
| Model | Continental GT | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
