1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Challenger | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
