1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental 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 169 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 826 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
