2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 337 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |