2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1396 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Panda | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
