1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1989 Honda Integra | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental | Integra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |