1999 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Opel | Bentley |
Model | Zafira | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |