1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 10 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) has 191 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 102 L |
