2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 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 364 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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 2006 BMW 330. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
