1985 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator 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 486 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Senator | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
