2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z 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 541 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1735 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental GT | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
