2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 281 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
