1990 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Starlet 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:
1990 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Toyota | Bentley |
Model | Starlet | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2746 mm |