2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental GT | 944 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
