1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 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 360 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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 781 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Continental | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Getz |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |