2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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) has 567 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 780 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |