1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental 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 246 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 980 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. 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, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
