2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. (505 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GTC | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |