Bentley’s engineers didn’t engage in any objective benchmarking against rival cars during the GT3-R’s development – they only did so against the existing Continental range, says Paul Jones ...

The Continental R was the last in a fine line of powerful, luxurious saloons that Rolls-Royce–owned Bentley specialized in.

Meet one of the last 12-cylinder cars on Earth–the Bentley Continental GT Speed. It's a supercar you'd actually want to commute in. You’re looking at a unicorn. You might guess I’m talking ...

Visually, the GT Mulliner can be recognised by its diamond-pattern front grille and chrome trim for the lower vents and tailpipes (although the latter elements can be painted black as an option).