1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental 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 242 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Bentley | Scion |
| Model | Continental | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
