2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 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 501 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. 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 1989 Innocenti 990. 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1989 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1989 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Bentley | Innocenti |
| Model | Continental GT | 990 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2050 mm |
