1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
