1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental 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 213 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Continental | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |