1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 2012 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.

Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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 Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 2012 Opel Insignia
Make Bentley Opel
Model Hunaudieres Insignia
Year Released 1999 2012
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 8000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 615 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2737 mm


 

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