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   Published in: January 2007
 
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  Continental GT Continental Flying Spur Continental GTC
Engine
Type
12 cylinders in a “W”, twin-turbochargers, 4 valves per cylinder

Location

Front, longitudinal
Displacement
5998 cc
Max Power
552 bhp / 560PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
650 Nm / 479 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
Redline
6700 rpm
Compression ratio
9.0:1
 
 
 
Driveline, Transmission, and Suspension
Layout
Continuous all-wheel-drive
Gearbox
ZF 6-speed automatic with paddle-shift manual override
Stability Control
Electronic Stability Program ESP
Suspension and Ride
Independent suspension front and rear. Continuous, electronic variable damping control and self-leveling, air suspension with manual driver adjustment facility for ride height and damper settings.
 
 
 
Dimensions
Wheels and Tires
19”x9”, 275/40/R19 (optional 20” x9”, 275/35/ZR20)
Kerbweight
2385 kg
2475 kg 2475 kg
Fuel Capacity
90 l
Length 4804 mm 5307 mm 4804 mm
Width 1916 mm
(2102 mm across mirrors)
1916 mm
(2118 mm across mirrors)
1916 mm
(2101 mm across mirrors)
Height 1390 mm 1479 mm 1398 mm
Wheelbase 2745 mm 3065 mm 2745 mm
 
 
 
Performance
Acceleration 0 – 100km/h 4.8 seconds 5.2 seconds 5.1 seconds
Top Speed 318 km/h 312 km/h 312 km/h



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Text AMIR ALI

Amir Ali is a journalist by profession but a car nut by discretion. He has driven some lovely cars in his time but is equally happy thrashing his runabout through traffic. He is currently Goldarths Review's Editorial Coordinator.


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