1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 1995 Bentley Continental and 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 171 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Continental | 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 62 L |