2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
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 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt 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 478 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GT | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
