2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1524 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
