1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1965 Renault 8
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1965 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1965 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1965 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
