2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 405 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GT | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
