1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Toyota | Bentley |
| Model | Corolla | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2746 mm |
