1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 13 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 243 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring, 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| 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 | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
