1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 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 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
