1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile 88 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 253 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 905 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | 88 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |