2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Alpina B7. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Alpina |
| Model | Continental GTC | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
