1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 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 260 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Bentley | Xedos |
| Model | Continental | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
