2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental | 145 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |