2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 135 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 907 kg more than 2010 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 135. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GTC | 135 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2567 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |