2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore 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 474 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. 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 1983 Holden Commodore. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GT | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
