1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 692 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Terrain |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |