2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 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 303 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 974 kg more than 1986 Rover 825. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1986 Rover 825 has manual transmission. 1986 Rover 825 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 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental | 825 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
