2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 4 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 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 330 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 BMW 640. 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 2012 BMW 640. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 640 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |