2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1990 Chrysler TC
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler TC 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 206 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler TC. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 946 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC. 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, 1990 Chrysler TC, 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 (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1990 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | TC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
