2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 148 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (404 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Continental GT | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |