2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 698 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Continental GT | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
