Today’s Face Off Friday is going ultra luxury with a battle between the Bentley Continental GT and the Aston Martin Vanquish Volante. As if the level of premium craftsmanship wasn’t enough, both these British stunners are drop-tops, and powered by glorious V-12’s. Let’s check out the specs to see what sets these models so far apart.
Power and performance: W12 engine with 616hp / 0-60mph in 4.1 seconds / top speed 202mph energy recuperation system / close-ratio quick-shifting 8-speed transmission / Electronic stability control / rigid body structure with carbon fiber parts / Air suspension springs and dampers / Self-leveling
Outside: Matrix radiator grille / Bumper air intakes / Elliptical exhaust pipes / 21-inch speed alloy wheels unique to the model available in silver dark tint / Black inlet manifold / Small lip on trunk for proper downforce (no spoiler)
Interior: Diamond quilted upholstery /Exclusive “speed” treadplates / four seat cabin / Exclusive Dark Tint Aluminum/ Infotainment system with point of interest mapping, optional satellite landscape imagery, live traffic data, digital radio, 15 gigs of music storage, ipod and mp3 player connectivity / SD card capable / Balanced Mode Radiator speakers / Neck warmer for top down driving on cooler days / Draft-free convertible top
Base Price: $244,425
Power and Performance: AM 11 6.0-liter V12 engine / Touchtronic 2 six-speed automatic gearbox / 565hp and 475 lb-ft of torque / 0-62mph time of 4.1-seconds / top speed 183mph / stiffest volante body structure so far for aston martin / 14 second folding triple light weight roof / different damper settings (normal, sport and track) / third generation Brembo Carbon Ceramic Matrix brakes
Outside: rear light brakes / One-77 stunning / One-77 styling cues /carbon fiber materials
Inside: Seats four / ECU engine start button / Glass gear selection buttons / New infotainment systems and more user-friendly design /Illuminated glass buttons
Base Price: $300,820
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