1984 Renault 11 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 28 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), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1385 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | 11 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| 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 | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2746 mm |
