1989 Saab 9000 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 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 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 417 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 870 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 Saab 9000. 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Saab | Bentley |
| Model | 9000 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2746 mm |
