1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 11 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 249 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 577 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Continental | Sebring |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |