2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (570 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Continental GT | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |