1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 357 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Blazer | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |