2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Ferrari 599 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Continental GTC | 599 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |