1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1997 Bentley Continental and 1997 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 347 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1997 Opel Vectra. 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, 1997 Opel Vectra, 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 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra. 1997 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |