2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 458 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental GT | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |