2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 480 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental GT | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
