2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2006 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DBS | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |