1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Caprice | Continental |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |