1986 Chrysler ES vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler ES. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES. 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 1986 Chrysler ES. 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 (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | ES | Continental |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2745 mm |
