2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. 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 2011 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Continental GT | 57 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |