1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 896 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Viper. (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Viper. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Viper | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
