Lovers of the best that Bentley has to offer will be thrilled to learn that both the Continental GT V8 and Continental GTC have received a revolutionary new engine. This powerful new unit combines everything that has been critical in creating the success story that is the current motor, whilst innovating to deliver some incredibly powerful new benefits.
These superlative cars are both powered by the V8 4.0-litre twin turbo engine which is paired with a fabulous eight-speed gearbox. The performance of this power unit is set become a modern legend, fit only for these matchless cars. A massive output of 660 Newton metres of torque at just 1700 rpm means that the Continental GT V8 can reach 60 miles per hour from standing in less than 4.6 seconds. Potential top speeds of 188 miles per hour may be obtainable for the responsible driver in track-like conditions. Such torque is made possible by Bentley’s unique direct injection.
Sheer balance is provided by the transmission of the cars. The gearbox delivers faster and smoother gear changes to make full use of this available power. This eight-speed box accounts for 6% of the total of 40% efficiency gain achieved by the new V8. This is due to the fact that it features a greater number of ratios, to ensure that the engine is always working at its most efficient gearing.
One of the most remarkable engineering feats in the new engine however is the variable displacement designed into the motor. This means that it intuitively closes four of the eight cylinders upon detecting that the car is either cruising or decelerating. Despite having such road presence therefore, the cars’ ‘footprint’ on the environment thus features a lighter tread. It does not however result in any less lively a road performance. A driver’s softest touch on the accelerator calls all eight cylinders into play and full power instantly returns.
Bentley believe that all of this calls for a new driver to press the start button of this magnificent creation. Such full force of the Grand Tourer is revisited, united with more torque and power and less emissions appealing to a new breed of Bentley driver. You can be one of these. Signature Car Hire looks forward to adding a Bentley with this engine to their already-impressive portfolio. Let us know what this would mean for your self-drive experience and we can make wishes come true.
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