2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Celebrity |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
