1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |