2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 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 331 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 BMW 645. 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 2003 BMW 645. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 645 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
