1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Avanti | Bentley |
Model | Avanti | Continental |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2970 mm |