2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 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 314 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 695 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |