2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
