2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
