1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204, 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
