2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 202 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (350 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 840 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GT | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
