1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 316 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 736 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Yaris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |