1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Eagle | Bentley |
Model | Summit | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |