1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental 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 145 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia, 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Acadia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |