1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Innocenti | Bentley |
| Model | 990 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2746 mm |
