2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1977 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 160 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 291 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 160. 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1977 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | 160 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
