1996 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1996 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 174 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Dakota |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |