1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 910 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Porsche | Bentley |
Model | 928 | Continental |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |