2012 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Bentley Continental GTC. (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 890 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 599. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari 599. (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari 599. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental GTC | 599 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 567 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1405 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 105 L |
