2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 768 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
