1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Monotipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Monotipo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | Monotipo | Continental |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2970 mm |
