1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 874 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Peugeot | Bentley |
| Model | 605 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
