2001 Opel Frogster vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frogster has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frogster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frogster | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Frogster | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
