1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 239 kg more than 1995 Bentley Continental.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 129 L |
