2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Ferrari F430 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430. 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 Ferrari F430. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Continental GTC | F430 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |