1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 2008 Fiat Siena, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena 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 | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Siena |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
