2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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 2008 BMW 335. 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 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 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |