2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Maybach 57
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 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maybach 57 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Maybach 57. (605 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maybach 57. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Continental GT | 57 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |