1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 16 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 586 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G. 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, 2013 Infiniti G, 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental | G |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
