2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental T | Genesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |