2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 467 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
