The Coupe version of the Continental model has a 6750 cc (411.9 ci) 16 valve V 8 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Bentley Continental R 6.8 V8 Turbo has a 4 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Continental's 6750 cc (411.9 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 400 bhp (298 kW) @ 4100 rpm.
The Bentley Continental produces torque measuring 616 lb-ft (835.1 Nm) @ 2150 rpm.
The Continental weighs around 2450 kg (5401 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 163.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 251.4 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Bentley Continental R 6.8 V8 Turbo - [2001] has a top speed of 155 mph (249.4 kph)
This Continental accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.2s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.42 seconds with a trap speed of 91.0 mph.
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0-100kph: 7.4 seconds
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