2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 908 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental GTC | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
