When one thinks of Bentley, the image is usually that of luxury, refinement, and the upper crust. Sure, there is a hint of sportiness, but its more in a gentlemanly fashion. So what if Bentley told you that it has come up with the world’s fastest four-seat motor car?
Yes, the Bentley Continental Supersports, the British luxury automaker claims, is the quickest four-seater out there. A 0-100km/h time of 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 336km/h make this beauty a true performance machine capable of dicing with supercars. Folks who prefer to go topless (motoring, that is) can still experience the fastest way to do so, with the Continental Supersports Convertible being able to do the century sprint in 3.9 seconds and hit a terminal velocity of 330kph.
At the heart of all this is the mighty 6.0-liter, twin-turbo W12 motor that puts out 700hp and 1,017Nm of torque (yes, you read that right). All that oomph is transmitted to all four wheels via ZF eight-speed automatic that ensures quick yet smooth shifts throughout the rev range. Ensuring safe stopping power, meanwhile are large Carbon Silicon Carbide brakes on all corners. It’s truly a driver’s car in a suit, so to speak.
Speaking of a finely-cut suit, the Bentley Continental Supersports gets unique styling cues like dark-colored headlamps and tailamps, a new front splitter and diffuser in carbon fiber, carbon fiber side vents, and gloss-black ribbed exhaust pipes, as well as a slew of dark-finished accents throughout the car. Apart from the bespoke touches, buyers can likewise add their own style with the wide range of trim and exterior enhancements available to suit their personality.
The Continental Supersports Convertible, on the other hand, ensures all-weather protection and usability with the one-touch hood that retracts and folds at whim. Then there are the neck warmers that keep occupants nice and toasty even on the coldest of days while the roof is down. And of course, the cabin is a showcase of true luxury, with the finest materials, both standard or optional.
Yes, the Bentley Continental Supersports, together with its Convertible sibling, are a true driver’s car. A gentleman driver, that is.
