1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Calibra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |