1998 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Suzuki Samurai | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Suzuki | Bentley |
Model | Samurai | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1379 mm |