2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
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 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS 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 386 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental GT | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |