2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GT | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
