1984 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | 11 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2746 mm |
