1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Abarth | Bentley |
Model | Stola | Continental |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |