2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 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 321 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. 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 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |