2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 (600 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 603 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. 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 2011 Aston Martin Virage. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
| Model | Continental GT | Virage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
