2008 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 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 339 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X3 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 91 L |
