2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Peugeot Proxima
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot Proxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot Proxima 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot Proxima 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, 1986 Peugeot Proxima 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 (875 Nm) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. (122 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot Proxima. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot Proxima has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot Proxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1986 Peugeot Proxima | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | Proxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
