2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Continental GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
