2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 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 322 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
