1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 228 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Silverado |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |