2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
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 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo 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 434 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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 Holden Apollo. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GT | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
