2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 431 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GT | SST |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
