1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Bentley |
| Model | Carisma | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
