1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Express | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2746 mm |
