2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram 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 317 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
