1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 256 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Continental 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Continental Camaro
Year Released 1998 1976
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 421 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2760 mm


 

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