1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL 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 359 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra CL. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 2005 Mahindra CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2005 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mahindra |
| Model | Continental | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2040 mm |
