2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bentley Continental 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Bentley Pontiac
Model Continental Grand Safari
Year Released 2000 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 5032 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 421 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2950 mm


 

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