1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
