1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 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 195 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 690 kg more than 2010 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1995 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
