2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa 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 332 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |
