1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola 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:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Abarth | Bentley |
Model | Stola | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1403 mm |