2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 496 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Continental GT | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |