1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental | Dakota |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |