2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 234 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
