2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 828 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental GTC | Rocky |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
