2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 445 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental GT | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |