2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 3 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 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 241 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 BMW 640. 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 2012 BMW 640. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 640 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |