2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
