2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 541 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
