1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Town & Country 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 258 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Continental 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Bentley Chrysler
Model Continental Town & Country
Year Released 1999 1992
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 422 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 263 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 3040 mm