2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 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 490 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental GT | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
