2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 934 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | 911 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
