1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental 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 214 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Continental | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |