1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 549 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | Golf | Continental |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 602 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
