2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GT and 2009 Maybach 57 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Maybach 57. (544 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Maybach 57. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 40 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 2009 Maybach 57. 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 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 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Continental GT | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |