2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 909 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1541 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
