1995 Proton Persona vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1995 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1995 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Proton Persona | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Proton | Bentley |
Model | Persona | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 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 | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |