2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 891 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Bentley | Bitter |
Model | Continental Supersports | SC |
Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |