1995 Rover 214 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 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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 Rover 214. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 214 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 214 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 214 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Rover | Bentley |
Model | 214 | Continental |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |