1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 1995 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 95 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
