PICS: BEHOLD the new 202MPH Bentley Continental GT Speed

Bentley has revealed its facelifted Continental GT as well as the new
GT Speed, the fastest and most powerful production Bentley ever. Both
cars feature a wider and lower air intake plus a more upright radiator
grille to improve airflow to the 6.0L W12 powerplant. The GT Speed
outputs 600bhp (441kW) and 750Nm (553ft-lb) of torque, 15% more twist
and 9% more power than the standard Continental GT. Power is also
improved right across the rev-range thanks to lower friction and
lighter engine internals plus a new electronic management system. The
end result is a 0-60mph time of just 4.3 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.5s)
and a top speed 202mph (326km/h).

Specific changes to the engine include a new crankcase design, a
lighter camshaft chain and a faster cam sensor, which see
carbon-dioxide emissions drop 3.5% compared to the previous model.
Small change when you consider that the new model still emits 396g of
CO2 per km.

The Continental GT, although grand, some said was a bland drive. All
the right elements were there, a prestigious badge, a W12 engine and
an AWD chassis, but somehow when put together the mega-coupe failed
to ignite much passion. However, the return of the legendary ‘Speed’
title and performance numbers that put thoroughbred sports cars to
shame will likely change all that.

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