2011 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Challenger | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2404 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
