2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | 911 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
