2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |