2004 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
