2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego 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 545 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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 1980 Renault Fuego. 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 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GT | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
