1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2003 Pontiac G6 is newer by 5 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 135 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 949 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6. 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, 2003 Pontiac G6, 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) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | G6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
