1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
