2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1988 Porsche 944
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 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 390 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental GTC | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
