2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GTC | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
