2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. Both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2012 Bentley Continental GT are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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 68 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental GT.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GTC | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | W | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |