1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 149 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Continental | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | Bravada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |