2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Ascari A10 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ascari A10. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ascari A10. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2008 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2008 Ascari A10 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 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ascari |
| Model | Continental GTC | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |
