2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 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 539 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. 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 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental GT | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
