1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Porsche | Bentley |
Model | 993 | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 800 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1393 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2745 mm |