1978 Bentley T2 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, both 1978 Bentley T2 and 1978 Renault 5 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bentley T2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bentley T2 (220 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bentley T2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1978 Bentley T2 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Bentley T2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bentley T2 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | T2 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
