2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (544 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
