1999 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Samurai | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Suzuki | Bentley |
| Model | Samurai | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1389 mm |
