2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 BMW X3 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 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GTC | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
