1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
Model | Charger | Continental |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3065 mm |