2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 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 297 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
