2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 2100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.

Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental
Make Bentley Bentley
Model Continental GT Continental
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 6750 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 421 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 2100 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 875 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 104.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 318 km/hour 270 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 2450 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.3 L/100km 18.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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