2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird 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 (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1991 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
