1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 13 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 294 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. 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, 2012 Scion xD, 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 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Bentley | Scion |
| Model | Continental | xD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
