2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | S60 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
