1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400, 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |
