1995 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Reliant Scimitar 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 496 more horse power than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. 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 1995 Reliant Scimitar. 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 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Reliant Scimitar | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Reliant | Bentley |
| Model | Scimitar | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 893 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2746 mm |
