1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 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 230 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 910 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
