1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC

To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 927 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Berlina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
Make Holden Bentley
Model Berlina Continental GTC
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 204 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 2567 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1397 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2746 mm


 

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