2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GT and 2009 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 190 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 BMW 650. 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 2009 BMW 650. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |