2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 462 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 90 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 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
