2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 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 295 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
