2010 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, both 2010 Bentley Continental GT and 2010 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 825 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GT | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | 120 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |