1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 825 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Pontiac | Bentley |
Model | 6000 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2746 mm |