2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman 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 211 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Holden Statesman. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
