1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
