2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Sierra | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
