2012 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 123 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GTC | 123 |
Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 567 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1405 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 51 L |