1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Statesman | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Statesman | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5041 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2746 mm |