1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Bentley |
| Model | Bravada | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3065 mm |
