2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental GTC | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
