1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Avanti | Bentley |
Model | Avanti | Continental |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |