2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord 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 447 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental GT | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |