2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1987 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 483 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 888 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 1987 Toyota Camry
Make Bentley Toyota
Model Continental GT Camry
Year Released 2008 1987
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2507 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 641 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 69.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm


 

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