2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Calibra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |