2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer 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 280 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |