2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible 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 278 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 538 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | Convertible |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |