1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Express | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2746 mm |