1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC 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 320 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Saturn SC, 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 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Bentley | Saturn |
| Model | Continental | SC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
