2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2009 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | M3 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
