1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Subaru | Bentley |
| Model | Legacy | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
