2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental | 220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |