2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 552 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa 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 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental GT | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
