1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 221 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 1996 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
