1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 125 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (297 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
