1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental 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 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Continental | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
