2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
Model | Continental GT | Deauville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |