2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1991 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Monaco 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 273 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1991 Dodge Monaco. 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, 1991 Dodge Monaco, 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 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1991 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
