2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | 300 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
