1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant 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 358 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Continental | Charmant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |