1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 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 290 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1975 Renault 30 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | 30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |