1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 332 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
