2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac GTO. (400 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac GTO. (536 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental GT | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
