1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 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 194 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 852 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70, 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | C70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
